Rev. Emmanuel John Gratsias

Alexandra - thinking of you and your family on the occasion of the anniversary of Fr Manny’s passing. Judy wanted you to know we will remember him in our prayers. May God keep his memory eternal.

It was with great shock and sadness that I heard about Fr. Manny’s passing on the radio while driving to work the other day. I am so sorry that i had not known early so as to pay my respects at his wake/funeral.
My family and I moved into Glen Cove back in 1999 and into your parish during a most difficult and overwhelming time in our lives and Father Manny’s kindness, smile and genuine care saw us through it all. Although, we moved away several years ago, I still had come a few times to...

Dear Pres. Alexandra & the entire Gratsias Family:
It is with great sadness to hear of the loss of a great friend, brother, & priest. There are many of us who cry with you. Remembering all the times we shared, our drives back and forth to school, the times in the Sons, growing up in the same area, honoring us by being in our wedding, and so many more thing to share that we could go on for days. Be assured that Fr. Manny will be in our prayers always as in yours. May God give all of you...

May, my former room mate and friend, enjoy eternal bliss basking in the shadow of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Presvytera, may and your children have life abundantly in His holy name.

I was greatly sadened learing of the death of Father Emmanuel.

Dearest Alexandra and sons,
May your husband's and dad's "Memory Be Forever Eternal"

Dear Presbytera Alexandra and family,
When I heard about Fr. Manny's illness, I shared in your prayers that God's will be done. I also share in the hope that he is at peace with the Lord and His saints. I will remember Fr. Manny in my prayers, and pray that you find the strength and the courage to persevere.
With much love and my humble prayers,

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Dear Presbytera & Family,
I knew Father manny for any years and met you both through Father Dennis. Fr. Manny was such a spirit and advocate for our faith. I know he is resting in the arms of our Lord.

Dear Alexandra,

I was so saddened to hear of Father Manny's passing. I know that he is with our Father in Heaven right now continuing to love all of us.

He was the most truly spiritual man I have ever met in my life.

I will always remember him as a very special priest and mentor.

Love Carmela Melissa and Maria